Santa Fe
Local produce, much of it heirloom and organic, is on sale at this spacious indoor-outdoor market, alongside homemade goodies, inexpensive food, natural…
Must-see shopping in New Mexico
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Santa Fe
If you don't have the opportunity to visit the Zuni Pueblo, you'll at least want to visit this exquisite gallery. Specializing in Zuni fetishes (tiny…
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Santa Fe
This large space in the Railyard district is the top gallery in town representing contemporary Native American and regional artists. There are generally…
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New Mexico
Where did this place come from? One minute you're walking around the Philmont Scout Ranch complex looking for signs of life – it's April – when suddenly…
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New Mexico
Alma General Store, we like you. Not only do you offer gas, gummy bears, sodas and restrooms on the edge of nowhere, but you're also darn helpful when it…
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Santa Fe
One of the largest selections of travel books and maps you'll ever find; you can even print topo maps on demand, on waterproof paper. Local travelers,…
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Taos
The staff is fantastic at this shoe store and women's clothing boutique, where there always seems to be a sale on a wide selection of its fashionable…
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New Mexico
Candidate for southern New Mexico's most interesting shop. Craftsman William Lloyd fashions art out of antlers and bone, with a special focus on knives…
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New Mexico
The villages of Two Grey Hills and Toadlena are famous as the sources of the finest rugs in Navajo country, and many of these world-class artisans sell…
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Santa Fe
Nambéware, a unique metal alloy that looks like silver without containing silver, lead or pewter, was developed near Nambé, north of Santa Fe, in 1951…
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Santa Fe
This stunning gallery focuses on historic Plains Indian ephemera, with weavings, jewelry, beadwork, kachina dolls and even original ledger drawings just…
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Santa Fe
Works by the Taos Society of Artists are on display at this top gallery, which shows the best work of Joseph Henry Sharp, Ernest Blumenschein and the rest…
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Santa Fe
Created by ethnobotanist Tomas Enos, Milagro Herbs' organic herb-based salves, essential oils, soaps and tinctures have acquired something of a cult…
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Santa Fe
Feel like you've stepped into an Asian or Arabian bazaar at this warehouse-like emporium of art and sculpture, overflowing with gorgeous Afghan rugs,…
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Taos
Touted as the world's largest selection of Native American drums, just south of town. All are handmade by masters from Taos Pueblo and covered with real…
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Santa Fe
Essential pieces of Southwest decor – albeit largely imported from Mexico – can all be yours at this sprawling shop. Start with a cow skull like the ones…
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New Mexico
If you're not passing through Hatch, this produce stand is the spot to pick up inexpensive chile ristras, big bags of chile powder (red and green), sacks…
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Taos
This shop dates back to the arrival of German trader Ralph Meyers in 1909. Even if you're not looking to buy anything, step into the dusty museum-like…
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Santa Fe
Come to this welcoming store for exquisite cowboy and cowgirl gear, including gemstone-studded gun holsters, handmade leather, denim couture and lingerie…
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Taos
The pick of several artsy little boutiques in the John Dunn Shops, just north of the Plaza, this quirky store sells all kinds of cool recycled gifts, from…
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New Mexico
Originally founded to sell turquoise, silver, coral and other raw materials to local artisans, the shop today has arguably the best collection of locally…
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Santa Fe
Secondhand shop selling everything you need to cowboy up. Shirts are a great deal; the amazing selection of boots, however, demands top dollar. Movie…
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Santa Fe
This gallery specializes in exquisite 20th-century ceramic pieces from the pueblo pottery renaissance, and also sells rugs, kachinas and other artifacts…
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Santa Fe
In a 2nd-floor loft at the northeast corner of the Plaza, Shiprock has an extraordinary collection of Navajo rugs. Run by a fifth-generation Native…
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New Mexico
Just south of town toward Zuni, this long-established store, run by a fourth-generation trader, sells everything from rugs and jewelry to saddles and…
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Santa Fe
Owned by a local restaurant and real-estate tycoon, this gallery, two blocks from Canyon Rd, carries fine art by Southwestern masters including Nicolai…
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Albuquerque
Interesting folk-art gallery selling Day of the Dead artifacts and images, some imported from Mexico and some quirky variations by artists including owner…
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New Mexico
At the monthly Crownpoint Navajo Rug Auction at the local elementary school you can talk to and buy from the weavers directly. Check the website for dates…
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Santa Fe
Museums come here to purchase superlative ancient Native American art, pre-Columbian Mexican pieces and much, much more, crammed onto two huge floors…
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Santa Fe
Scavengers are rewarded with excellent bargains as well as the town's best selection of art books, and rarities like the woodblock prints of Willard Clark.
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Santa Fe
Collectors come here to find antique Spanish and Mexican silver jewelry, including pieces studded with onyx and amethysts, as well as contemporary pieces.
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New Mexico
Stop by every Saturday for Native American arts and crafts and plenty of snacks. Plus cell phone covers! Follow 9th St north, from the other side of I-40.
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Taos
Taos' best bookstore carries a fine stock of regional fiction and nonfiction, plus maps and guides, and the friendly staff is always happy to advise.
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Santa Fe
The most prominent modern contemporary art gallery in town, occupying three stories in the Railyard district, LewAllen also shows modernist masters.
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Taos
Huge store on the Plaza, selling or renting everything you need to get out and play. The helpful staff can supply hiking info and maps.
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Santa Fe
Featuring fine bamboo crafts by Japanese masters, along with work by Japanese photographers and textile arts from around the world.
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Santa Fe
Large bookstore close to the Plaza, with a good selection of regional fiction and nonfiction and a spacious coffee bar.
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Albuquerque
A reputable Old Town store specializing in natural American turquoise – stones as well as finished jewelry.
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Albuquerque
Large gallery where knowledgeable salespeople sell Native American pottery, jewelry, rugs and crafts.
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Albuquerque
Just off Central Ave, IMEC displays and sells intriguing jewelry by local craftspeople.
